PARENT INFORMATION AND STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT · The Student Code of Conduct rules are divided into levels according to the severity of the violation and the type of consequence

2019-2020

CABARRUS COUNTY SCHOOLS

4401 OLD AIRPORT RD.

CONCORD, NC 28025

EDUCATION CENTER

Phone: 704-260-5600

Fax: 704-260-5799

ONLINE HANDBOOK

WWW.CABARRUS.K12.NC.US/HANDBOOK

WITH INTERACTIVE LINKS

PARENT INFORMATION AND

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

http://www.cabarrus.k12.nc.us/HANDBOOK

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Cabarrus County Schools 2019-2020

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VISION

Cabarrus County Schools-inspiring minds, engaging hearts and shaping futures.

MISSION

Empowering students to build their futures.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Information Page

Cabarrus County Schools Vision and Mission Statement 2

Handbook Verification Form (Sign and Return) 3

Academic Calendar 4

Board of Education Policies/Administrative Rules 5

Student Code of Conduct 5

Student Code of Conduct Rule Violation Levels 6

Level 1 Behavior Violations 7

Level 2 Behavior Violations and PASS Program Description 8

Level 3 Behavior Violations 9

Vapes and Synthetics 10

Level 4 and Level 5 Behavior Violations 11

Additional Information Related to Behavior 11

Additional Penalties for Non-Compliance 12

Lose Control Lose Your License/ Dropout Prevention 12

Appeals Procedure for Suspensions 12

Anonymous Tip Line 12

Bullying and Harassment 13

Policies Related to Bullying 14

Private Image Statute 15

Student Issues Affected by Rules and Policies 15

Dress Code Guidelines 16

Student Internet Use Policy 16

Attendance 17

Domicile and Student Assignment 19

Program Choice Information 20

Other Policies Affecting the School Environment 20

Student and Parent Grievance Procedures 21

Stay Connected 21

School Safety 22

FERPA and Directory Information 23

Notifications 25

Curriculum and Instruction 26

Student Promotion and Accountability 26

Blackboard Connect Notifications 27

CCS School Nutrition Services and Meal Prices 28

CCS Transportation & School Bus Safety 29

School Health Information for Parents 30

Cabarrus County Schools -Directory 32

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PARENT INFORMATION AND STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

PARENT INFORMATION HANDBOOK

AND STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT 2019-2020

Dear Parents/Guardians:

Welcome to the 2019-2020 school year! We are looking forward to a fantastic school year.

This handbook provides you with the information you need to navigate the school year from

beginning to end. It makes the case for open communication between school and home so that our

students can focus on doing their best, and it includes links to important information to help you and

your student understand policies and procedures. It also provides useful information such as phone

numbers, meal prices and the school year calendar.

Included in the handbook is the Student Code of Conduct, which serves as the framework for

keeping our schools safe and outlines clear expectations for student behavior.

Safety is always a priority, and our district has a number of safety measures in place to ensure the

safety of our campuses. One of the newest measures to be implemented in the district is random

safety checks using metal detectors at our middle and high schools. We want to deter students from

bringing weapons and other inappropriate items to school and believe these devices will help us to

do that.

The random use of metal detectors is another layer of our safety protocols. You can find additional

information about our district’s safety protocols by visiting the Safety page of our website at

www.cabarrus.k12.nc.us and selecting the safety icon at the top of the page.

Please make sure you and your student(s) review the handbook and code of conduct and make sure

you sign and return the letter printed on blue paper that you received at the beginning of the school

year.

Thank you for choosing Cabarrus County Schools for your child’s education.

Sincerely,

Lynn Rhymer, Deputy Superintendent of Operations

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Visit the CCS website for Traditional, Early College and Balanced calendars. For more information click here-

https://www.cabarrus.k12.nc.us/ccs-academic.

ACADEMIC CALENDAR

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It is the policy of the Cabarrus County Board of Education not to permit conduct by students that is adverse to the

maintenance of order, discipline, safety, or health within the Cabarrus County School System (“System”). This policy

applies to any student (a) who is on property owned, leased, or used by the System; (b) who is in attendance at any activity

sponsored by the System; (c) who is at a school bus stop, on a school bus or other vehicle operated by or for the System;

or (d) whose conduct – at any time or place – has a direct and adverse effect on the maintenance of order, discipline, safety

and health within the System.

CABARRUS COUNTY SCHOOLS STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

The Student Code of Conduct is guided by the Board’s educational objectives to teach responsibility and respect for

cultural and ideological differences and by the district’s commitment to create safe, orderly and inviting schools.

We believe that all students have the right to learn in a safe, warm, nurturing environment. We also believe in providing a

climate that is conducive to learning and free of disruptive behavior. The faculty and staff work hard to create a positive

atmosphere in which students can learn. Yet, we believe that students are responsible for their own behavior and academic

success. It is the duty of teachers (school staff) and parents/guardians to help students become more responsible for their

own behavior. Through a close partnership, parents/guardians and educators will lead by example and ensure that all

students benefit from a safe, inviting environment that is conducive to learning. The following are examples of behaviors

(Student Code of Conduct) demonstrated by model students in Cabarrus County Schools:

Display self-control

• Use appropriate language

• Problem solve conflict in a peaceful manner

• Be appropriately dressed

• Act responsibly on campus, on buses, on field

trips, and at all school-sponsored events

• Follow class and school rules

• Follow instructions the first time they are

given

• Use appropriate voice levels

Support the learning process

• Attend all classes regularly and on time

• Be prepared for class (i.e., bring assignments,

books, and supplies)

• Participate in class activities

• Complete all class work and homework

assignments and turn them in on time

• Use class time properly

• Practice good study habits

• Ask for help when it is needed

Demonstrate a positive attitude

• Be a positive role model and leader

• Be polite and kind to others

• Be cooperative with adults and peers

Respect the rights and feelings of others

• Behave in a manner that does not disrupt others

or the learning process

• Treat others with courtesy and respect

• Show empathy and concern for the feelings of

others

• Display tolerance of other students’ beliefs and

opinions

Take responsibility

• Be trustworthy and honest

• Respect the building, grounds, and property

• Admit mistakes and accept the consequences for

those mistakes

APPLICABILITY OF CODE

All students shall comply with the Student Code of Conduct while on educational property, which includes any school

building or bus, school campus, grounds, recreational area, athletic field, or other property under the control of the Board

of Education. Students may also be disciplined for conduct that occurs off educational property that violates this Student

Code of Conduct if the conduct has or is reasonably expected to have a direct and immediate impact on the orderly and

efficient operation of the schools or the safety of individuals in the school environment.

CONSEQUENCES

The Student Code of Conduct does not restrict the authority of teachers, school-based teams, or administrators to make

individual school or class rules. Administrators have the responsibility of considering each incident separately and have

the right to assign different consequences consistent with Board Policy.

BOARD OF EDUCATION POLICIES AND ADMINISTRATIVE RULES

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In determining the appropriate consequence for a violation of this code, principals shall consider all aggravating or

mitigating circumstances, such as:

• The student's age;

• The student's intent;

• The student's disciplinary history, including number of infractions, and prior discipline for the same infraction;

• The student's academic history;

• Whether the conduct caused a threat to safety;

• Whether school property or personal property was damaged;

• Whether the conduct caused a substantial disruption of the educational environment; and/or

• Whether a weapon was involved and whether any injury resulted.

BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTIONS

Behavioral interventions may be applied in all levels of behavior. In-school restorative and disciplinary

interventions and consequences may include but are not limited to the following:

• parental involvement, such as conferences

• time-out for short periods of time

• removal from classroom (i.e. Control

Room, Responsibility Room)

• behavior improvement agreements

• instruction in conflict resolution and

anger management

• peer mediation

• individual or small group sessions

• academic intervention

• in-school suspension

• detention before and/or after school and

/or on Saturday

• referral to Student Services personnel

(school counselor, social worker,

psychologist etc.)

• school/community service

• exclusion from extracurricular activities

• revocation of bus privileges

• redirecting/re-teaching

• lunch detention

• restorative practices (i.e. fix-it

plans)

• student reflection activities

• loss of privileges

• suspension or revocation of

driving privileges

• exclusion from graduation

activities and/or ceremony

• recommend transfer to an alternative learning

program

• recommend participation in an intervention

program related to the violation (e.g. PASS)

The Student Code of Conduct rules are divided into levels according to the severity of the violation and the type of

consequence. The principal shall inform students of local school rules that, if broken, may result in suspension from school.

LEVEL 1 Rule violations generally result in in-school interventions. In cases where a student refuses to participate in

the in-school interventions or engages in persistent violations of a Level 1 rule, or other aggravating factors

are present, the principal may impose a short-term suspension or recommend participation in an intervention

program related to the violation. Consequences for truancy or tardiness shall not include out of school

suspension but may include recommendation for intervention programs and/or transfer to alternative learning

program.

LEVEL 2 Rule violations involve more serious misconduct. Level 2 consequences generally range from restorative

interventions to short term suspension. Principals may recommend transfer to an alternative learning program

and/or participation in an intervention program based upon the presence of aggravating factors. There is no

appeal for short-term suspensions.

LEVEL 3 Rule violations are more severe in nature and depending on the circumstances, may support principal

recommendation for participation in an intervention program, transfer to an alternative learning program

and/or long-term suspension. The principal may however, impose Level 2 consequences based on mitigating

factors.

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT RULE VIOLATION LEVELS

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LEVEL 4 Rule violations compromise the safety and welfare of students and staff and require a suspension of a specific

length under North Carolina General Statutes.

LEVEL 5 Allows for expulsion of a student, as provided by state statute, for a violation of the Student Code of Conduct,

if the student is fourteen (14) years of age or older and the student’s behavior indicates that his/her continued

presence in school constitutes a clear threat to the safety of other students or employees and the Board

determines that there is no appropriate alternative education program. Additionally, any student who is a

registered sex offender under N.C. General Statute 14-208 may be expelled consistent with state law.

CONSEQUENCES AND VIOLATION LEVELS

The following information includes CCS Board of Education Behavior Policies (hyperlinked to the online Board Policy

Manual) associated with the corresponding Student Code of Conduct rule violation(s). The behavior violations listed below

do not constitute a definitive list, however most behaviors fall within the policies listed below. (Rule violations may be

associated with multiple Board Policies and Board Policies may be included under multiple levels). Rule violations are

coded per NC DPI Discipline Data Reporting requirements. Behaviors that can be assigned to students have prefixes

to indicate severity:

• UB – Unacceptable behavior.

• RO – “Reportable” Crimes. These crimes along with the PD crimes are used in calculations of the school and

school district’s crime rates that are displayed on the School Report Card; and

• PD – Dangerous crimes.

Administrators have the responsibility of considering each incident separately and have the right to assign different

consequences consistent with Board Policy

Integrity and Civility- Policy 4310

UB: Cheating

UB: Violating copyright laws

UB: Forging

UB: Bribery

UB: Plagiarizing

UB: Honor code violation

UB: Inappropriate language/disrespect

UB: Falsification of information

UB: Being in an unauthorized area

UB: Possession of student’s own prescription drug

Attendance-Policy 4400

UB: Truancy

UB: Excessive tardiness

UB: Leaving class without permission

UB: Leaving school without permission

UB: Skipping class/school

UB: Late to class

Student Dress Code-Policy 4316

UB: Dress code violation

Disruptive Behavior-Policy 4315 (Level 1Behaviors)

UB: Disruptive behavior

UB: Disruptive clothing

UB: Disruptive literature

UB: Inappropriate Behavior

UB: Excessive display of affection

UB: Misconduct on a school vehicle

UB: Bus misbehavior

UB: Inappropriate items on school property (not

weapons or drugs)

Use of Electronic Devices-Policy 4318

Technology Responsible Use-Policy 3225/4312/7320

UB: Cell phone use

UB: Inappropriate items on school property (not

weapons or drugs)

Tobacco Products-Students-Policy 4320

UB: Possession of Tobacco

UB: Use of Tobacco

LEVEL 1-Behavior Violations

• Rule violations generally result in in-school interventions

• In cases where a student refuses to participate in the in-school interventions or engages in persistent

violations of a Level 1 rule, or other aggravating factors are present, the principal may impose a short-term

suspension or recommend participation in an intervention program related to the violation.

• Consequences for truancy or tardiness shall not include out of school suspension, but may include

recommendation for intervention programs and/or assignment to an alternative learning program

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LEVEL 2-Behavior Violations Repeated or severe incidents of LEVEL 1 may be considered as Level 2 offenses.

• Consequences range from restorative interventions to short term-suspension.

• Principals may impose a short-term suspension, recommend participation in an intervention program,

transfer to an alternative learning program and/or long-term suspension based upon the presence of

aggravating factors such as severity of incident, number of students involved, concerns for safety, etc.

• Administrators have the responsibility of considering each incident separately and have the right to assign

different consequences consistent with Board Policy.

Disruptive Behavior-Policy 4315

(Level 2 Behaviors)

UB: Disruptive behavior

UB: Unauthorized use of school computers or accounts

UB: Misuse of school technology

UB: Immoral/lewd behavior

UB: Indecent exposure

UB: Mutual sexual contact between two students (1st

offense)

UB: Unsafe behavior

UB: False alarm

UB: Verbal abuse

UB: Threat/false threat

UB: Disrespect of faculty/staff

UB: Insubordination

UB: Repeat offender

UB: Fighting

UB: Affray

UB: Aggressive behavior

UB: Disorderly conduct

UB: Assault

UB: Assault without a weapon and not resulting in

serious injury

UB: Assault on non-student w/o weapon & not resulting

in serious injury

Discrimination, Harassment and Bullying-Policy

1710/4021/7230

Student Use of Social Networking Sites, Blogging and

the Internet-Policy 4313 Technology Responsible Use-

Policy 3225/4312/7320

UB: Bullying

UB: Cyberbullying

UB: Hazing

UB: Harassment-verbal

UB: Discrimination

UB: Sexual harassment

UB: Communicating threats

Integrity and Civility-Policy 4310

(Level 2 Behaviors)

UB: Gambling

UB: Cursing or using vulgar, abusive or demeaning

language

UB: Cheating on standardized tests

Theft, Trespass, and Damage to Property-Policy 4330

UB: Theft

UB: Property damage-vandalism

UB: Trespassing

Tobacco Products-Students-Policy 4320

UB: Use of Tobacco

UB: Possession of Tobacco

UB: Possession of Vaping (Non-Tobacco) Device

UB: Use of Vaping (Non-Tobacco) Device

PASS PROGRAM DESCRIPTION- Positive Alternative to Student Suspension (Long-term)

PASS is an intervention program assigned in lieu of long-term suspension or assignment to an alternative program.

PASS is an education program focused on decision making for middle and high school students who have engaged

in identified high-risk behaviors in violation of the Student Code of Conduct.

• Students are referred to PASS on the first offense for drug/alcohol and paraphernalia use/ possession on

campus.

• Students who come to campus or other school related events under the influence of substances may be

referred to PASS on a second offense.

• Vape products are classified as drug paraphernalia

• Other behaviors addressed through PASS include

o mutual sexual contact;

o cyberbullying; or

o sexting

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Assaults, Threats, and Harassment-Policy 4331

UB: Disruptive behavior (Level 3 Behavior)

UB: Mutual sexual contact between two students

UB: Unauthorized use of school computers or

accounts

UB: Misuse of school technology

UB: Assault

UB: Fighting

UB: Affray

UB: Disorderly conduct

UB: Repeat Offender

PD: Assault resulting in serious injury

RO: Assault on school personnel not resulting in

serious injury

UB: Violent assault not resulting in serious injury

PD: Sexual assault- not involving rape or sexual

offense

UB: Coercion or extortion

Discrimination, Harassment and Bullying-

Policy1710/4021/7230

Student Use of Social Networking Sites, Blogging

and the Internet-Policy 4313

Technology Responsible Use-Policy 3225/4312/7320

UB: Bullying

UB: Cyber-bullying

UB: Hazing

UB: Harassment-verbal, disability, racial, religious

affiliation, sexual, sexual orientation

UB: Discrimination

UB: Communicating threats

Theft, Trespass, and Damage to Property- Policy

4330

(Level 3 Behavior)

UB: Arson (unlawfully setting a fire)

RO: Burning of a school building

UB: Serious vandalism, property damage

UB: Theft

Drugs and Alcohol-Policy 4325

UB: Possession of Vaping (Non-Tobacco) Device

UB: Use of Vaping (Non-Tobacco) Device

RO: Possession of controlled substance in violation of law –

opioid

RO: Sale of controlled substance in violation of law – opioid

UB: Possession of chemical or drug paraphernalia

RO: Possession of another person’s prescription drug

RO: Distribution of a prescription drug

UB: Possession of counterfeit items

UB: Use of counterfeit items

RO: Use of another student’s prescription drug

RO: Alcohol possession

RO: Use of alcoholic beverages

UB: Under the influence of alcohol

RO: Use of controlled substances

RO: Under the influence of controlled substance

RO: Possession of controlled substance in violation of law

RO: Sale of controlled substance in violation of law

RO: Use of narcotics

RO: Distribution (sharing) or selling alcohol or

prohibited drugs. (see Policy 4325 for list)

* Possession or use of VAPES, SYNTHETICS & CBDs

Weapons, Bomb Threats, Terrorist Threats and Clear

Threats to Safety- Policy 4333

RO: Possession of a weapon (excluding

firearms and powerful explosives)

UB: Robbery with or without a dangerous weapon

(excluding firearms and powerful

explosives)

PD: Assault involving the use of a weapon

(excluding firearms and powerful explosives

RO: Bomb Threat

UB: Terrorist threat or serious threat to students,

staff or buildings

PD: Taking indecent liberties with a minor

PD: Rape

PD: Kidnapping

PD: Sexual offense

Gang Prohibition- Policy 4328

UB: Gang activity (major offense)

LEVEL 3 Behavior Violations

• Repeated or severe incidents of LEVEL 2 offenses may be considered as Level 3 offenses.

• Consequences include short-term suspension and recommend for assignment to an alternative learning

program, participation in an intervention program and/or long-term suspension.

• Possible Level 2 disciplinary consequences may be imposed with mitigating factors.

• Aggravating factors could result in a 365-Day Suspension.

• Administrators have the responsibility of considering each incident separately and have the right to assign

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1st time offense for use of, or possession of drugs or alcohol (including vapes) on campus may result in a 10-day

suspension and participation in PASS (see above). Repeat offenses may result in assignment to an alternative learning

program or long-term suspension. Any sale or distribution of drugs or alcohol may result in assignment to an alternative

learning program or long-term suspension. Administrators have the responsibility of considering each incident separately

and have the right to assign different consequences consistent with Board Policy.

VAPES & SYNTHETICS (for more information click here: VAPES, SYNTHETICS & CBDs) or visit the Student Services webpage.

During the 2017-18 school year, there were an alarming number of emergency responses to health and life-threatening

symptoms suggestive of cannabinoid use in high schools throughout the district. Cannabinoids and “synthetics” have gone

by many names and delivery systems; most recently young people have been using vapes to deliver what they understand

to be cannabinoid oil (CBD) into their systems. Synthetic cannabinoids are human-made products designed to mimic

marijuana. These are sometimes called synthetics as they do not occur naturally.

The Cabarrus County Board of Education recently approved revisions to Board Policies 4320 Tobacco Products- Students

and 4325 Drugs and Alcohol

Policy Code: 4320 Tobacco Products – Students

Students possessing distributing or displaying any tobacco paraphernalia including, but not limited to: 1) pipes; 2) rolling

papers; 3) matches 4) lighters; 5) lighted and smokeless tobacco products; 6) electronic cigarettes; 7) vaporizers; and 8)

other electronic smoking devices used to contain or consume illegal drugs or alcohol, will be in violation of Policy 4325,

Drugs and Alcohol.

Policy Code: 4325 Drugs and Alcohol Unauthorized or illegal drugs and alcohol are a threat to safe and orderly schools

and will not be tolerated. Students are prohibited from possessing, using, transmitting, selling or being under the influence

of any of the following substances:

1. narcotic drugs;

2. hallucinogenic drugs;

3. amphetamines;

4. barbiturates;

5. marijuana or any other controlled substance listed in Chapter 90, Article 5 of the NC General Statutes;

6. cannabinoid (CBD), or any substance containing CBD, including CBD oils;

7. synthetic stimulants, such as MDPV and mephedrone (e.g., “bath salts”), and synthetic cannabinoids (e.g.,“Black

Diamond”, “Black Magic” “Spice,” “K2”);

8. any alcoholic beverage, malt beverage or fortified wine or other intoxicating liquor; or

9. any chemicals, substances, or products procured or used with the intention of bringing about or mimicking a state

of exhilaration or euphoria or of otherwise altering the student’s mood or behavior.

10. Students are prohibited from possessing, using, transmitting or selling or counterfeit (fake) drugs.

Students are also prohibited from possessing, distributing or displaying any tobacco or drug paraphernalia including, but

not limited to:

1. pipes;

2. rolling papers;

3. matches;

4. lighters;

5. vape liquid containers (i.e. cartridges, bottles, JUULS);

6. vaporizing devices, including vape pens; or

7. any other delivery devices for prohibited substances.

Other materials used in vapes are difficult to identify. As a result, the use and possession of vapes is

treated in the same manner as drug paraphernalia in all circumstances despite the substance ingested

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Additional information related to expected student conduct and outlined in Board Policies and administrative rules are

highlighted below;

1. School Emergency Behavior For the sake of everyone’s safety, school emergencies require complete compliance

with disciplinary guidelines. Inappropriate behaviors (including insubordination or the unauthorized use of a cell

phone) during a school emergency will result in serious consequences up to and including long-term suspension or

expulsion.

2. Unauthorized Computer Use (see Policy 3225/4312/7320 Technology Responsible Use, Policy 3226/4205 Internet Safety and Policy 4310 Integrity and Civility). No student shall access, or attempt to access, a computer

without authorization or exceeding authorized access, and by means of such conduct: (1) communicate, deliver,

transmit or view System programs and files, (2) obtain, transmit, alter or destroy information contained in System or

students’ files and programs, and (3) introduce any program or file into a System computer except as authorized by

an instructor. No student shall use a System computer to send or receive profane, obscene, pornographic and abusive

material, or any files, programs, emails or web sites that are non-educational. This prohibition includes, but is not

limited to, threats, extortion and slander. No student shall use a System computer to violate copyright laws and license

agreements.

3. Criminal Actions (see Board Policy 4335 Criminal Behavior) No student shall engage in any criminal act as defined

by state statutes. The principal will report all such acts to law enforcement. These acts include, without limitation

a. any physical or sexual assault

b. sexual offense or rape

c. kidnapping

d. indecent liberties with a minor

e. possession of weapon or firearm

f. possession of controlled substance

g. homicide

h. robbery

The superintendent or designee may report to a law enforcement official any circumstance or event that give him or

her reason to suspect that a student has violated a criminal statute. Further, the Board will cooperate in any

investigations or prosecutions of a student conducted by law enforcement officials pursuant to a criminal statute.

4. Extracurricular Activity Requirements (see Policy 3620 Extracurricular Activities and Student Organizations and

Policy 4153 Admission Requirements for Participation in Extracurricular Activities) Participation in extracurricular

activities, including student organizations and interscholastic athletics, is a privilege, not a right, and may be reserved

for students in good academic standing who meet behavior standards established by the board and the school.

Accordingly, students may be held to higher standards of eligibility for participation in extracurricular activities than

for participating in the regular instructional program. Participation in extracurricular activities may be restricted if a

student (1) is charged with criminal conduct; (2) is not performing at grade level; (3) has exceeded the number of

absences allowed; (4) has violated the student conduct standards; or (5) has violated school rules for conduct.

Participation shall also be restricted for students who use drugs and alcohol.

5. Gang-Related Activities (see Policy 4328 Gang Prohibition) A gang is any group of three or more persons, whether

formal or informal, having as one of its primary activities the commission of criminal acts, or the purposeful violation

of any board policy, that uses a common name, a common identifying sign, colors or symbols, or a claim of a

geographic territory. The presence of gangs and gang activities can cause a substantial disruption of, or material

interference with, school and school activities. No student shall commit any act that furthers gangs or gang-related

activities.

LEVEL 4 Behavior Violations Suspensions Required Under State Law: Mandatory 365-Day Suspension

Firearms/Destructive Devices-Policy 4333

PD: Possession of firearm or powerful explosive

LEVEL 5 Behavior Violations Expulsion

Expulsion-Policy 4353 (Applies to students age 14 or older).

• Any student who is a registered sex offender under G.S. 14-208.18 may be expelled.

• If the Board determines a student’s behavior indicates that the student’s continued presence in the school constitutes a

clear threat to the safety of other students or employees, and that there is no appropriate alternative educational program

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1. Suspension from Extracurricular Activities- Any student who violates Board policy shall be subject to discipline

in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and Board policies up to and including expulsion pursuant to N.C.

Gen. Stat. 115C-391. Such discipline may include suspension of the privilege of participating in extracurricular

activities. The privilege of participating in extracurricular activities may be suspended for acts which take place away

from school. Any student who assaults a teacher or other staff member or who assaults and seriously injures another

student may be removed to an alternative educational setting, suspended for up to 365 days, or expelled.

2. Suspension from proms, graduation, and other activities- Students who are on long-term suspension or assigned

to an alternative placement, may not attend or participate in school activities such as athletic events, dances, proms,

field trips, and graduation. A student who commits an offense during the last 9 weeks of a semester may have an

extended suspension continuing through the next full semester. Any student, who, during the last 10 days of a term,

commits an offense which would usually be punished by long-term suspension, shall be prohibited from participating

in end-of-year events including, but not limited to, proms, commencement and graduation – notwithstanding that the

actual length of the suspension is less than 10 days.

3. Restitution for property damage- In addition to the above disciplinary consequences, restitution in accordance with

N.C. General Statute 115C-523 shall be required for damage to school property, including the labor costs of repair or

correction, and lost/damaged text books. Manual labor and/or restitution of time may be used, with parental approval,

as a consequence. School officials may also confiscate items not permitted at school. Educational counseling, or

community service programs may be used in lieu of, or in addition to suspension.

APPEALS PROCEDURE FOR SUSPENSIONS

• Short-term suspensions, which are 10-days or less, are non-appealable. (see Policy 4351 Short-term Suspension)

• Assignment to an alternative learning program can be appealed in accordance with the procedure set forth in

Policy1740/4010/5001 Student and Parent Grievance Procedure and Policy 3470/4305 Alternative Learning Programs

and Schools.

• Long-term suspensions (more than 10 days), 365 Days suspensions and Expulsions can be appealed in accordance

with Policy 4353 Long-term Suspension,365 Days Suspension, Expulsion, Policy 4370 Student Discipline Hearing

Procedures and Policy 4354 Expulsion Hearings.

ADDITIONAL PENALTIES FOR NONCOMPLIANCE

Lose Control, Lose Your License Legislation North Carolina Senate Bill 57, which became effective July 1, 2000, requires that a student's driving permit

or license be revoked for one year if a student is given a suspension for more than 10 consecutive days or an

assignment to an alternative educational setting for more than 10 consecutive days for one of the following

reasons:

• The possession or sale of an alcoholic beverage or an illegal controlled substance on school property.

• The possession or use on school property of a weapon or firearm that resulted in disciplinary action under G.S.

115C-391 (d1) or that could have resulted in that disciplinary action if the conduct had occurred in a public school.

• The physical assault on a teacher or other school personnel on school property.

Dropout Prevention/Driver's License Legislation http://www.ncga.state.nc.us/sessions/1997/bills/house/pdf/h769v8.pdf

This legislation requires that a student's driving permit or license be revoked if a student is unable to

maintain adequate progress or drops out of school. Adequate progress is defined as passing 70% of all

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ANONYMOUS TIP LINE

Beginning in the fall of 2019, CCS will implement an anonymous tip line pursuant to § 115C-105.51 Anonymous tip

lines and monitoring and response applications. The governing body of each public secondary school shall develop and

operate an anonymous tip line, in coordination with local law enforcement and social services agencies, to receive

anonymous information on internal or external risks to the school population, school buildings, and school-related

activities.

ANONYMOUS REPORTING SYSTEM

If you or someone you know is being bullied or harassed, please speak with an adult, school counselor or administrator at

your school. Bullying can be reported through the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System available on the CCS

websites, the CCS App or by downloading the app. More information is available under the Safety section on page___.

Students and staff will receive training at the beginning of the school year.

BULLYING AND HARASSMENT

Cabarrus County Schools is committed to providing every student with a safe welcoming school environment.

(See Policy 1710/4021/7230 Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Bullying; Policy 1720/4015/7225

Discrimination, Harassment, and Bullying Complaint Procedure; and NC § 115C-407.15).

WHAT IS BULLYING?

4 Key Characteristics of Bullying

• Repeated

• Intentional

• Unprovoked

• Imbalance of Power

A pattern (repeated) of ONE or more of the following:

• Gestures

• Communications (includes online/social media, etc.)

• Physical Acts

• Threatening Communications

AND ONE or more of the following:

• Damage to property

• Places student in actual and reasonable fear of harm to his/her person

• Creates or is certain to create a hostile environment by substantially interfering with or impairing student’s

educational performance, opportunities or benefits. (Hostile environment meets BOTH criteria below)

o Student subjectively views the conduct as bullying or harassing behavior

o Behavior is objectively severe or pervasive enough that a reasonable person would agree it is bullying and

harassing behavior

o a reasonable person would agree it is bullying and harassing behavior

MOTIVATED by characteristics such as: Race *National Origin *Religion *Sexual Orientation

*Socioeconomic Status *Physical Appearance *Ancestry *Color *Gender *Gender Identity *Academic

Status *Mental, Physical, or Sensory Disability




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The following are policies and rules related to bullying and harassing behavior. These behaviors include verbal,

physical and online behavior.

DISCRIMINATION, HARASSMENT AND BULLYING

(See Policies 1710/4021/7230 Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Bullying; 4313 Student Use of Social

Networking Sites, Blogging and the Internet; 3225/4312/7320 Technology Responsible Use, and 1720/4015/7225

Discrimination, Harassment, and Bullying Complaint Procedure ) for more information.

a. Threats or Harassment-No student shall use words, signs, or actions that constitute a threat of force, violence or

disruption, including but not limited to bullying, blackmail and extortion. No student shall harass anyone. Harassment,

including hazing, is considered unwanted, unwelcome and uninvited behavior that demeans, threatens or offends the

victim.

b. Bullying- Bullying is strictly prohibited. Bullying is a repeated pattern of intimidation which may be either real or

threatened. Bullying may include, but is not limited to verbal taunts, name-calling, implied or stated threats, and

exclusion from peer groups. Online Bullying can occur in person, or through social networking sites, texting,

blogging, and the internet.

c. Cyberbullying- Cyberbullying is the use of communication technologies such as email, text or social media to

intentionally harm others. Cyberbullying can occur in person, or through social networking sites, texting, blogging,

and the internet.

d. Sexual Harassment- No student shall engage in any form of sexual harassment or harassment based on gender. Sexual

harassment includes, but is not limited to unwelcome sexual advances, unwelcome requests for sexual favors, or other

unwelcome verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature. Harassment based on gender is behavior carried out because

a person is of a specific gender. Examples include, but are not limited to, referring to persons by gender-based

derogatory terms, limiting or denying persons of one gender access to certain educational or employment opportunities

and impeding the educational or employment progress of persons of any one gender. All forms of sexual harassment,

whether perpetrated by an employee or student, are forbidden and must be reported to a principal or any school official.

e. Discrimination- It is the policy of the Cabarrus County Board of Education that no otherwise qualified student shall

be excluded from, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any educational program or activity

solely on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, creed or political affiliation.

STUDENT USE OF SOCIAL NETWORKING SITES, BLOGGING AND THE INTERNET

(See Policy 4313 Student Use of Social Networking Sites, Blogging and the Internet, Policy 3225/4312/7320 Technology

Responsible Use , and G.S. 14-190.5A Disclosure of Private Images ) for more information.

The Board respects the right of students to use social networking sites (e.g. Twitter, Snapchat, Facebook), smartphones,

texts, personal Web sites, Weblogs, Wikis and other web tools (collectively "Internet Postings") as a medium of self-

expression. However, inappropriate internet postings by students can cause substantial disruptions to the school

environment. Accordingly, the Board requires that students observe the following guidelines for Internet Postings,

regardless of the location of the internet access.

a. Students shall not use profane, pornographic, obscene, indecent, lewd, vulgar or sexually offensive language, pictures

or graphics in Internet Postings that could cause a substantial disruption to the school environment.

b. Students shall not use language, pictures or graphics promoting violence or gang activity in Internet Postings.

c. Students shall not use Internet Postings to libel or defame the Board, School System, school employees, or other

students.

d. Students shall not use Internet Postings to harass, bully, or intimidate employees or other students. Behaviors that

constitute harassment and bullying include, but are not limited to, comments that are derogatory with respect to race,

religion, gender, sexual orientation, color, age or disability; sexually suggestive, humiliating or demeaning comments;

and threats to stalk, haze, physically injure or damage the property of another student or employees.

e. Students shall not post pictures of school system employees without obtaining written permission. Students shall not

falsely represent themselves as an employee of the school system.


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f. A student will be disciplined for creating and/or distributing written or electronic material, including Internet Postings

that causes substantial disruption to school operations and/or interferes with the rights of other students or staff

members. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action, up to and including long-term suspension, 365-

day suspension or expulsion.

SHARING PRIVATE IMAGES AND SHARING VIDEOS 1. Sexting is against Board policy and includes:

• sending sexually explicit images (including video) of oneself or others through email, texting, social media

or the internet; and/or

• sharing images sent to a student by forwarding or showing to others (e.g. on phone screen).

2. Sharing video of a fight, assault, bullying or other behavior violations of the Student Code of Conduct is

against Board policy.

3. Sharing Private Images is also against the law…

PRIVATE IMAGE STATUTE (Sexting) G.S. 14-190.5A Disclosure of Private Images.

Note: The above information is a condensed version of rules and policies concerning student conduct and is not a

substitute or replacement for these policies; please consult your building principal, or the online Board Policy

Manual at www.cabarrus.k12.nc.us under Board of Education.

STUDENT ISSUES AFFECTED BY RULES AND POLICIES

STUDENT DESKS, LOCKERS AND PARKING PERMITS – (See Policy 4342 Student Searches and Policy 6325 Parking Areas

for Students).

Student desks, lockers and parking facilities are the property of the Board of Education and are provided for the

convenience of the students. In order to maintain a safe school environment, the school reserves the right to conduct

unannounced and random searches of desks and lockers.

a. Any controlled substance or weapon found in a desk or locker or vehicle will be confiscated, and normal disciplinary

procedures enforced.

b. All vehicles (except guests on school business) parked on school campus must be registered with the school and must

display a current school decal.

c. The interior of a student’s motor vehicle parked on the school premises may be searched if a school official has

reasonable suspicion to believe that illegal, unauthorized or contraband items are contained inside.

d. In addition to the regular penalties for noncompliance with rules, disciplinary consequences could include a report to

law enforcement and loss of privilege to use a locker or drive a vehicle to school.

e. When approved by the superintendent or designee and building principal, trained dogs can be used to inspect for

illegal, unauthorized or contraband materials in school facilities, grounds and school parking lots. Such inspections

are not considered searches and do not require notice or consent.

VIDEO SURVEILLANCE– (See Policy 9222 Use of Security Equipment)

Video cameras may be used on system property to ensure the health, welfare, and safety of all staff, students, and visitors

to system property, and to safeguard system facilities and equipment. Video cameras may be used in locations as deemed

appropriate by the superintendent or building principal. Video recordings may become part of a student’s educational

record.

METAL DETECTORS- Metal detectors shall be used, as needed, to protect the safety of students, staff and visitors to school

facilities. The superintendent or principal shall determine the appropriate times and places for the use of metal detectors.

Metal detectors are part of the district Safety Checks. More information can be found in the Safety Section on page 21.

https://www.ncleg.net/EnactedLegislation/Statutes/PDF/BySection/Chapter_14/GS_14-190.5A.pdf

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Cabarrus County Board of Education specifies that each student must come to school appropriately dressed in clothing

that is not disruptive to the educational process and does not endanger the health and safety of others. (See Policy 4316

Student Dress Code).

The board believes that the dress and personal appearance of students greatly affect their academic performance and their

interaction with other students. The board requests that parents outfit their children in clothing that is conducive to learning.

Generally, dress and grooming standards as determined by the student and his or her parents will be deemed acceptable.

The principal has the authority to determine when a student has violated the school dress code and assign consequences

consistent with the Student Code of Conduct.

THE BOARD PROHIBITS APPEARANCE OR CLOTHING THAT DOES THE FOLLOWING: • violates a reasonable dress code adopted and publicized by the school;

• is substantially disruptive;

• is provocative or obscene;

• depicts or promotes gang affiliation; or

• endangers the health or safety of the student or others.

What to Wear

• Skirts and shorts: no more than three inches above the knee

• Shirts and blouses: must cover the student’s midriff- no plunging necklines or exposed cleavage

• Straps must be the width of the student’s ID card (two inches or greater)

• Pants: fitted at the waist

• Shoes: shoes or sandals (no bedroom slippers)

What not to wear

• Tank tops, muscle, mesh or see-through shirts or blouses

• Clothing advocating drug, alcohol, or tobacco use

• Clothing with inappropriate or suggestive language

• Clothing that discriminates against particular groups

• Excessively tight or baggy clothing; clothing with holes or slashes

• Bedroom slippers or pajamas

• Excessively long or oversized shirts, coats or jackets

• Sunglasses, hats, caps, stocking caps, toboggans, bandannas, headbands, skull caps or any other headgear in

school

• Any apparel and accessories including jewelry, emblems, tattoos or body markings, that depict gang affiliation

• Excessive face painting

• See-through clothing; underwear showing

• Deep-plunging shirts/blouses; cleavage showing

• Chains and jewelry containing spikes

STUDENT INTERNET USE POLICY

For more information, visit the Technology Department webpage and see Policy 3225/4312/7320 Technology

Responsible Use; Policy 4313 Student Use of Social Networking Sites, Blogging and the Internet; and Policy

3226/4205 Internet Safety

ACCESS TO THE INTERNET: INTRODUCTION

As part of CCS Instructional technology program, based on statewide instructional standards, the school system offers our

students and staff access to the Internet. Internet access provides opportunities to reach out to experts, share information,

explore concepts, and research topics.

ACCESS TO THE INTERNET: PURPOSE

The purpose of allowing access to the Internet is so students and staff can explore on-line libraries, databases, curriculum

materials, and other informational sites. Each year students receive appropriate training on the use of the Internet as part

of the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA). Internet use for students is filtered and inappropriate sites are blocked,

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Each student user is responsible for appropriate use of the Internet. If inappropriate materials are encountered,

each student is to report the issue immediately to a teacher. Parents and students understand all student email

communications and use of the internet may be monitored.

but parents/guardians should be aware that some students find ways to access material that is inappropriate. Because the

school system cannot control 100% of all the material available on the Internet, it is extremely important that your child

understands and follows all Cabarrus County Schools’ polices and guidelines.

Any user violating policies and guidelines may relinquish his or her rights to the technology resources for the remainder

of the school year. In addition, other disciplinary actions may be taken.

STUDENT WEBPAGE: PERMISSION

Anything published locally on the school’s website can be viewed on the Internet and on Cable Channel 21. This includes

the intellectual property such as artwork, poetry, essays, and performances that will be identified with your student’s first

and last name and/or photo.

NOTICE: If you do not want your child’s intellectual property or photo to be published and identified, PLEASE

NOTIFY YOUR PRINCIPAL IN WRITING AT THE BEGINNING OF THE YEAR.

BRING YOUR OWN TECHNOLOGY

See Policy 3225/4312/7320 Technology Responsible Use for more information. CCS allows students and staff to bring

their own technology to school. A student’s use of a personal device to access the internet at school subjects the student’s

internet activity and email communications to monitoring by school personnel as stated in Policy 4318, Use of Electronic

Devices, and Policy 4342 Student Searches.

Students are prohibited from using their personal devices as private Wi-Fi hotspots during instructional hours. Policy

3225/4312/7320 Technology Responsible Use.

Students and staff will be given “Guest” access to the Internet in select locations. The Internet is filtered to “Guest” users

while they access the Internet at a CCS site. Students must receive permission from their teacher(s) and administrator(s)

prior to bringing devices to school. CCS is not responsible for any device(s) that are broken, stolen, or lost on CCS property.

ATTENDANCE

The process for a child to achieve success and educational excellence begins in elementary school where regular

attendance, including arriving on time and remaining for a full day of instruction, are essential. Attendance is the joint

responsibility of students, parents, guardians, teachers and other school personnel.

FACTS

• High numbers of absences in kindergarten may cause a child to fall behind

• Missing 10% (approximately 18 days) of the school year can significantly affect a student’s academic success

• A student can still fall behind if he or she misses a day or two every few weeks

• By 6th grade, absenteeism is one of three signs a student may drop out of high school

NC COMPULSORY ATTENDANCE LAW, G. S. 115C-378 (see Policy 4400 Attendance).

Children required to attend. Every parent, guardian or custodian in NC having charge or control of a student between

the ages of 7and 16, shall cause the student to attend school continuously for a period equal to the time which the public

school to which the student is assigned shall be in session. Every parent, guardian or custodian in NC having charge or

control of a child under age 7 who is enrolled in a public school in grades K-2, shall also cause the child to attend school

continuously for a period equal to the time which the public school to which the child is assigned shall be in session unless

the child has withdrawn from school. No person shall encourage, entice or counsel any child of compulsory age to be

unlawfully absent from school. The parent, guardian or custodian of the child shall notify the school of the reason of the

absence of a child in accordance with local school board policy.

The principal, superintendent, or student’s teacher has the right to excuse a student temporarily from attendance because

of sickness or other unavoidable cause as defined by the State Board of Education. Below are valid/lawful reasons for

temporary non-attendance from school.




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EXCUSED ABSENCES

• Illness or Injury - student illness or injury prevents physically being able to attend school

• Quarantine – isolation is ordered by the local health officer or by the State Board of Health

• Death in Immediate Family – death of an immediate family member (e.g. grandparent, parent, brother, sister)

• Medical or Dental Appointment of student

• Court or Administrative Proceedings – attendance at court proceedings, or student is party to action or under

subpoena as a witness

• Religious Observances – observances required by faith of the student or the student’s parents

• Educational Opportunity – valid education opportunity with prior approval by principal prior to absence

(e.g., college visitation, service as a legislative or governor’s page)

• Local School Board Policy – temporary or occasional absences in accordance with local school board policies

• Absence Related to Deployment Activities-student visits parent/legal guardian who is on active military duty and

called to duty, on leave, or immediately returned from deployment to combat zone or combat support posting at

the discretion of superintendent/designee

• Child Care and Pregnant and Parenting Students – pregnancy and absences due to illness or medical appointment

during school hours of a child of whom the student is the custodial parent

• Exam exemption(s): approved in accordance with the provisions of Policy 3405

UNEXCUSED ABSENCES

• A student’s willful absence from school with or without the knowledge of a parent; or

• A student’s absence from school for any reason other than those listed in ‘EXCUSED ABSENCE’; or

• A student not permitted to attend school because he/she lacks proper immunizations

• A student not permitted to attend school because he/she lacks a proper health assessment

CCS ATTENDANCE POLICIES (K-12) See Policy 4400 Attendance for more information.

1. When a student must miss school, a written excuse from a parent or guardian must be presented to the teacher

within two school days of the student’s return after an absence. Written excuses submitted beyond two school

days will be subject to principal approval. A written excuse may be submitted by hard copy, electronically through

email, or other school approved form of communication (i.e. absence forms on school websites, classroom

communication apps, etc.). The reason for an absence determines if the absence is excused or unexcused.

2. Absences due to extended illnesses or after accumulating more than ten (10) absences require a statement from a

physician. Notes/statements from a physician may require verification by school staff.

3. Absences due to extended illnesses generally require a statement from a physician, which may be requested by the

principal/designee. Teachers and administrators/designees shall make reasonable accommodations for students

who are absent or tardy because of the student’s disabilities or special needs. Students having excused absences

due to documented chronic health problems may be exempted. Documented chronic health problems may require

verification by school staff and will be reviewed annually.

4. Students who are medically fragile are frequently absent from school, and their absences are directly related to

their severe or life threatening physical condition.

5. In the case of absences and out of school suspensions, the student shall be given the opportunity to make up any

tests or other work missed due to absences. The student is responsible for finding out what assignments are due

and completing missed assignments within the specified time period. See Policy 4351 Short-term Suspension for

more information.

6. Parents will be contacted before absences become excessive regardless of the reasons for the absences. The

principal will consider whether to retain the student or deny course credit and shall notify the parent/guardian in

writing of the decision. Parents of students with chronic attendance violations will be referred to truancy court

when a lack of cooperation and/or significant increase in student absences is observed.

7. To receive credit for courses, students must not have excessive absences or tardies. For the purposes of this

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K-8 SPECIFIC

• In order to be considered in attendance, a student must be present in school for at least one half of the school day

or at a place other than the school with the approval of the appropriate school officials for the purpose of attending

an authorized school activity.

• At the elementary school level, more than ten (10) absences a year are considered excessive. At the middle school

level, more than ten (10) absences in a course per semester or twenty (20) absences a year are considered

excessive. At the elementary and middle school level, a student will be given one (1) unexcused absence when

the student has accumulated a combined total of five unexcused tardies of (15) minutes or more (example: 3 late

check-ins + 2 early check outs will count as one unexcused absence).

• Students who have excessive unexcused tardies/early check outs may be assigned ‘make-up time’ at the discretion

of the principal.

9-12 SPECIFIC

• For a high school student to be counted present in a class, he/she must be present for at least one half of the class

period or at a place other than the school with approval of the appropriate school official for the purpose of

attending an authorized school activity.

• To receive credit for a semester/course, students must not have more than eight (8) absences in a course during a

ninety-day session. A student will be given one absence for each class when a student has accumulated a combined

total of four (4) unexcused tardies, check-ins, and/or checkouts. (Example: 1 tardy + 2 check-ins + 1 check out in

3rd period will count as one absence in that period).

• If a student wishes to appeal a decision to deny credit/reduce a grade, an appeal must be submitted to the principal

in writing along with any appropriate or required documentation at least two weeks prior to the end of the term.

Appeals to the principal will generally be denied unless the student has completed all of the required coursework

and/or make up time to the satisfaction of the teacher in the affected courses.

DOMICILE AND STUDENT ASSIGNMENT

For more information, visit the Student Services webpage.

1. It takes a team effort to maintain correct student information. See Policy 4150, School Assignment, Transfers and

Program Choice Enrollment. The school staff needs your help in providing proof of current address, phone

number(s), and emergency contacts. If changes occur during the year, you are required to supply proof of the

address change to school staff.

2. Students whose legal residence changes within the district during the same school year, may choose to finish the

year at their current school, or attend the school in the area to which they have moved. Transportation to and from

school is the responsibility of the family if they choose to remain at the current school. There are expectations as

to attendance, achievement and behaviors. See Policy 4115, Behavior Standards for Transfer Students.

3. False reporting of an address in order to attend a specific school is a Class I Misdemeanor and can result in the

student being removed from the school to attend the school in the family’s domicile. Falsifying any information

about domicile will result in a student losing athletic eligibility for up to the remainder of his or her years in

Cabarrus County Schools.

4. School officials investigate credible reports of falsification of domicile. Investigations may include but not be

limited to announced and unannounced home and community visits, searches of public records and review of web-

based information. If it is determined that information has been falsified families will be required to withdraw

immediately and enroll in the school which serves their actual domicile.

5. Families living outside of the Cabarrus County Schools boundary who have falsified enrollment documentation

will be required to repay in full a prorated amount of the costs educating the student during that period of

enrollments (minus state funds). Offenders will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.

6. Parents are asked to contact the school to withdraw their child before enrolling the child in another school. This

assures that students’ records are transferred quickly and efficiently.

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7. In rare circumstances involving an extreme or unusual hardship parents can request that their child attend a school

other than the one serving their legal residence. Parents must complete an application citing evidence of the

hardship which is carefully reviewed by the district office. See Policy 4150, School Assignment, Transfers and

Program Choice Enrollment. Applications must be submitted between March 15 and May 15. Approved transfers

must be renewed annually. Continuation of transfers is contingent upon students meeting behavioral, academic

and attendance standard outline in Policy 4115.

Cabarrus County Schools Program Choice serves three purposes:

1. To improve academic achievement by providing challenging curriculum

2. To provide parents with school options in selecting the most appropriate delivery method for their child(ren)

3. To promote and maintain diversity in our schools

Our programs are centered on a theme or adhere to a specific program of study. The application process is open to any

student who lives with the Cabarrus County Schools District who meets the criteria for entrance. See Policy 4150, School

Assignment, Transfers and Program Choice Enrollment, or visit our Program Choice website to learn more about these

opportunities.

Students must continue to meet the Program Choice expectations, as set forth in the Expectations Agreement in order to

remain enrolled in the program. When applicable, students who do not continue to meet the program academic expectations

in the Expectations Agreement will be provided academic interventions for an appropriate amount of time before being

exited from the program. Students who do not continue to meet the behavioral expectations in the Expectations Agreement

may be exited from the program. Exited students will be reassigned to their home schools following review by the

superintendent or designee. This decision may not be appealed.

VISITORS TO SCHOOLS ( Policy 5020 Visitors to the Schools)

Advanced notice and permission from the building principal is necessary for anyone who would like to visit the school

(including parents, students enrolled in another school, former students, former employees and family members of staff).

This procedure is necessary to avoid disruptions to the educational program and to ensure safety and security for all our

students.

LOBBYGUARD- All visitors to school facilities are required to sign in and out through a computer using the program

LobbyGuard. This is an added layer of security helping to keep Cabarrus County Schools safe. Visitors must present a

driver’s license or other acceptable form of ID. Contact the school with questions regarding the process.

COMMERCIAL ADVERTISING OR SOLICITATION (Policy 5220 Collections and Solicitations, Policy 5240 Advertising in

the Schools)

Except for certain athletic or school-related promotions, commercial advertising or the distribution of commercial materials

on System property is prohibited. Solicitation of funds to support non-school related activities is prohibited.

DISTRIBUTION AND DISPLAY OF NON-CURRICULAR INFORMATION (Policy 5210 Distribution and Display of Non-

Curricular Materials to Students)

No information may be distributed by adults or students without prior approval from the building principal. Generally, a

request to distribute such information must be submitted 2 weeks prior to the planned distribution or display date. Any

information considered to be defamatory to any person, race or religion will not be granted approval for distribution. Only

the following non-school agencies and organizations are permitted to distribute or display non-school materials on

Cabarrus County Schools’ property:

a. Local, state, and federal government agencies and departments;

b. A “nonprofit” entity is a tax-exempt organizations that are organized under the provisions of Internal Revenue

Code (“IRC”) Section 501 (c) (3). Such groups may be required to provide proof of their tax-exempt status

under IRC Section 501 (c) (3) before their materials are approved for distribution.

PROGRAM CHOICE INFORMATION

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c. Commercial or tax exempt entities that have partnerships with Cabarrus County Schools.

The material shall be placed at a location designated by the principal. Approved Material shall not be distributed in

classrooms, homerooms, assemblies or in any other part of the school not approved for such distribution or in any location

where the distribution is likely to interfere with the safe and orderly passage of students; generally, distribution shall be

permitted at building entrances and in an area near the school cafeteria.

With the exception of the local Parks and Recreation departments, no information will be distributed in students bookbags

or handed out in classrooms.

COMMUNITY USE OF FACILITIES (Policy 5030 Community Use of Facilities).

The board endorses the goals of the Community Schools Act. The use of school facilities by community groups should be

consistent with the education program and the goals and objectives of the board and school system.

Any person or group using CCS facilities must complete the Facility Use Agreement.

All individuals and groups, except for Cabarrus County Schools’ approved school related support groups and local

governments with an executed MOU, shall pay a fee to use school facilities.

Non-Profit Organizations shall receive a 25% discount off the facility fee. Youth Organizations shall receive a 50%

discount off the facility fee. A non-profit youth organization is entitled to one discount but not both discounts. Groups who

provide services to the school’s students only (no outside student participants) and who operate their programs within the

90 minutes following school dismissal shall receive an additional 10% discount off the facility fee. In accordance with

G.S. 115C-527, political parties shall only be charged custodial and utility fees when using school facilities for the express

purpose of annual or biennial precinct meetings and county and district conventions.

STUDENT AND PARENT GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE

Cabarrus County Schools strives to resolve concerns and complaints whenever possible. Opportunities are provided for

students and parents to express their concerns through processes established in board policies. Policy 1742/5060

Responding to Complaints, identifies these different processes and provides a mechanism for resolving complaints in an

informal manner. Policy 1740/4010 Student and Parent Grievance Procedure provides information concerning the process

itself. While the board encourages informal resolutions, it is recognized that students and parents may want a more formal

process for certain types of complaints or if an informal process was not satisfactory.

Any parent or student who is unclear about the options for proceeding with a concern may contact the principal’s office or

the School Relations office (704-260-5603) for further information and access to all applicable board policies. Information

regarding the Grievance process is also located on the Administrative Services webpage under Parent Information.

For Discrimination Harassment and Bullying complaints, see page 13 of this handbook and Policy 1720/4015/7225

Discrimination, Harassment, and Bullying Complaint Procedure.

STAY CONNECTED

Communicating with you is important to us. Our district website is only one way that we communicate with parents,

students and the community. Each school maintains a website that provides information about activities and events

specific to that particular school community.

Additionally, our district also shares information through Blackboard Connect messages, social media, parent education

sessions and email. You also can download our district’s mobile app (search CabCoSchools in the Apple or Google

online app stores) and sign up to receive push notifications and alerts. District news and information also are shared on

CabCoSchools TV21 on Spectrum’s network.









https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cabarrus-County-Schools/334952846530106?sk=wall/

https://twitter.com/cabcoschools

https://instagram.com/cabcoschools/

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Cabarrus County Schools is committed to school safety. Staff are extensively trained in the prevention and response to

events that compromise our students’ sense of physical and psychological safety. School staff work closely with local

emergency responders (Police, Fire, Medic, etc.) to promote safe school climates.

Safety is always a priority, and our district has a number of safety measures in place to ensure the safety of our campuses.

One of the newest measures to be implemented in the district is the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System (SS-

ARS). This system provides an app, website and 24/7 crisis telephone hotline for youth and adults to submit anonymous

tips. This system is provided to our district through the Sandy Hook Promise organization. Students and staff will receive

training during the district-wide roll-out in the fall.

Another recent safety measure is random safety checks using metal detectors at our middle and high schools. We want to

deter students from bringing weapons and other inappropriate items to school and believe these devices will help us to do

that.

The random use of metal detectors is another layer of our safety protocols. You can find additional information about our

district’s safety protocols by visiting the Safety page of our website at www.cabarrus.k12.nc.us and selecting the safety

icon at the top of the page.

METAL DETECTORS- Metal detectors shall be used, as needed, to protect the safety of students, staff and visitors to

school facilities. The superintendent or principal shall determine the appropriate times and places for the use of metal

detectors. Metal detectors are part of the district Safety Checks.

VIDEO SURVEILLANCE– (See Policy 9222 Use of Security Equipment) Video cameras may be used on system property

to ensure the health, welfare, and safety of all staff, students, and visitors to system property, and to safeguard system

facilities and equipment. Video cameras may be used in locations as deemed appropriate by the superintendent or building

principal. Video recordings may become part of a student’s educational record.

COMMUNICATION DURING A CRISIS:

Cabarrus County Schools follows established procedures and protocols regarding communicating with students, parents,

and the community during a crisis. Depending on the situation several forms of communication may be used including

the Blackboard Connect Notification System (phone/email), written notifications and Cabarrus County Schools various

social media platforms.

USE OF SOCIAL MEDIA TO COMMUNICATE WITH PARENTS, STUDENTS AND THE COMMUNITY

School use of social media to communicate information has become increasingly common. Social media is an effective

and quick option for communicating with the community.

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Social media tips for parents and educators during a crisis:

• Recognize the challenges schools face during crisis events.

• While trying to provide information and resources as quickly as possible, school administrators and crisis teams

must balance the need for immediacy with handling the crisis, keeping staff and students safe, and sharing

accurate and timely information. • Follow the Cabarrus County Schools’ (as well as your specific school’s) social media sites on Facebook,

Instagram, and Twitter • If you are not a social media user, seek out information and resources through other methods (e.g., the school’s

webpage; Blackboard Connect.

• Most critical is to use social media to convey the facts, dispel the rumors, and provide resources that facilitate

healthy, adaptive coping.

(adapted from National Association of School Psychologists. (2016). Social Media and School Crises: Brief Facts and Tips [handout]. Bethesda, MD)

ANNUAL NOTICE OF RIGHTS UNDER FERPA

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords parents and students over 18 years of age ("eligible

students") certain rights with respect to the student's education records. These rights are:

1. The right to inspect and review the student's education records within 45 days of the day Cabarrus County Schools

receives a request for access. Parents or eligible students should submit to the principal a written request that

identifies the record(s) they wish to inspect. The principal will make arrangements for access and notify the parent

or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be inspected.

2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the parent or eligible student believes

are inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy rights under FERPA. Parents or

eligible students who wish to ask Cabarrus County Schools to amend a record should write the principal, clearly

identify the part of the record they want changed and specify why it should be changed. If Cabarrus County

Schools decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent or eligible student, Cabarrus County Schools

will notify the parent or eligible student of the decision and advise them of their right to a hearing under the

grievance procedures in Policy 1740.

3. The right to provide written consent before Cabarrus County Schools discloses personally identifiable information

from the student’s education records except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. One

exception, which permits disclosure without consent, is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational

interests.

a. A school official is a person employed by Cabarrus County Schools as an administrator, supervisor,

instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel);

a person serving on the School Board; a person or company with whom the School has outsourced services

or functions it would otherwise use its own employees to perform (such as an attorney, auditor, medical

consultant, or therapist); and who is under the direct control of the school with respect to the use and

maintenance of education records; or a parent, student, or other volunteer assisting another school official in

performing his or her tasks.

A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order

to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. Upon request, Cabarrus County Schools discloses education

records without consent to officials of another school district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll, or is

already enrolled if the disclosure is for purposes of the student’s enrollment or transfer.

4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by Cabarrus

County Schools to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers

FERPA are: Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue, SW

Washington, DC 20202.

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ANNUAL NOTICE REGARDING DIRECTORY INFORMATION

Under FERPA Cabarrus County Schools may disclose appropriately designated “directory information” without

written consent, unless the parent/guardian has advised Cabarrus County Schools in writing to the contrary. See Policy

4700 Student Records. Directory information is information that is generally not considered harmful or an invasion of

privacy if released. The primary purpose of directory information is to allow Cabarrus County Schools to include

information from your child’s education records in certain school publications. Examples include: a playbill; the annual

yearbook; honor roll or other recognition lists; graduation programs; and sports activity sheets, showing weight and

height of team members.

Outside Organizations- Directory information, which is information that is generally not considered harmful or an

invasion of privacy if released, can also be disclosed to outside organizations without a parent’s prior written consent.

Outside organizations include, but are not limited to, companies that manufacture class rings or publish yearbooks.

Military Recruiters- Two federal laws require school systems receiving assistance under the Elementary and Secondary

Education Act of 1965, to provide military recruiters, upon request, with the following information – names, addresses and

telephone listings –unless parents have advised the school system that they do not want their student’s information

disclosed without their prior written consent.

Opt out- If you do not want Cabarrus County Schools to disclose any or all of the types of information designated below

as directory information from your child’s education records without your prior written consent, you must notify, in

writing, the principal of the school where the records are kept within 15 days of the opening day of school in the fall

semester. The objections must state which information the parent or student does not want to be classified as directory

information. If Cabarrus County Schools does not receive notice by that date, it will assume there is no objection to the

release of such information. Cabarrus County Schools believes that it is in the student's best interest to have such

information released in school and community newspapers because of the recognition it gives the students. Cabarrus

County Schools make every reasonable effort to protect student privacy. For example, it is our policy not to release

information to businesses for commercial purposes, and Cabarrus County Schools does not release information to

individuals without good reason. Therefore, most parents do not restrict the release of directory information.

Directory Information- Cabarrus County Schools has designated the following information as directory information for

all elementary and secondary grade students:

• Student’s name;

• Grade level;

• Dates of attendance;

• Photograph; and

• Pictures or videos taken on buses, school grounds, in school buildings, and at school activities, unless the picture or

video may reveal confidential information about a student

In addition, for all secondary grade students, Cabarrus County Schools has also designated the following information as

directory information:

• Address;

• Date of birth;

• Participation in officially recognized activities and sports;

• Weight and height of members of athletic teams;

• Diplomas (including endorsements earned);

• Certifications and awards received; and

• Most recent previous school attended.

PARENT INVOLVEMENT

The Board recognizes the critical role of parents/guardians in the education of their children and in the schools. Each

parent/guardian is encouraged to learn about the educational program, the educational goals and objectives of the system

and his/her own child’s progress. The Board also encourages parents/guardians to participate in activities designed by the

schools to involve them, such as parent conferences, to encourage effective communication. Each school will inform

parents of plans to enhance parent involvement. Details regarding parental involvement are included in Board Policy

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SCHOOL SURVEYS

Various Federal and State programs (School Improvement, Safe Schools, etc.) require schools to conduct surveys of

students and parents. For example, Youth Risk Behavior Survey asks students for information about questions related to

concerning or risky health behaviors including substance use, mental health concerns and interpersonal relationships. This

is delivered to a small percentage of students at one to three school sites selected by the Center for Disease Control and

the Department of Public Instruction. The Youth Tobacco Survey and the Youth Substance Use Survey ask students

questions about their attitudes, beliefs and behaviors associated with the use of tobacco and the prevention thereof. Both

surveys are delivered to a small group of students randomly selected across a small number of secondary schools. This

feedback and input is important to us as we strive to continually improve our schools. Additionally, the opportunity for

ongoing research projects through our partnership with the University of North Carolina at Charlotte may invite the

participation of parents and students. If you do not want your student to participate in surveys or research of this type,

please send a written statement to that effect to your child’s school principal.

The Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA) affords parents of elementary and secondary students certain rights

regarding the conduct of surveys, collection and use of information for marketing purposes, and certain physical exams.

More information can be found in Policy 4720 Surveys of Students, Policy 5230 Participation in Research Projects and

on the Student Surveys in Protected Areas Page located on the Student Services website.

ACCOMMODATIONS

If anyone needs a reasonable accommodation or requires any written material to be printed in an alternate format, please

contact the Administrator at your school within 48 hours of the event. (See Health and Safety ).

VOLUNTEER IN THE SCHOOLS

North Carolina General Statute 95-28.3 (Leave for parent involvement in schools), provides parents the right to take up to

four hours of leave from their jobs every year in order to volunteer in the schools.

NOTIFICATION OF PESTICIDE USE

The use of pesticides on school grounds is scheduled when students are not in attendance. School newsletters will

include the schedule of anticipated pesticide use on school property. Parents will have the right to be notified, at least 72

hours in advance, of a non-scheduled pesticide application by a written request to the school principal. See Policy 9205

Pest Management for more information.

ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT PLAN

For information on the availability of the asbestos management plan and planned or in-progress inspections, re-

inspections, response actions, and post-response actions, including periodic re- inspection and surveillance activities

please contact Cabarrus County Schools Health and Safety Manager at (704) 262-6192.

HOMELESS STUDENTS

For information concerning the educational rights of homeless students, please consult Policy 4125 Homeless Students

and/or contact Student Services at (704) 260-5682 or e-mail [email protected].

EQUAL EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY

Cabarrus County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability,

religion, age, creed or political affiliation in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and

other designated youth groups. Please contact the school if your child has been a victim of harassment or discrimination

for information on the procedures for filing a complaint. You may also contact the following for complaints involving

equal opportunity or discrimination:

1. Title IX Coordinator: Deputy Superintendent, Administrative Services

2. Section 504 Coordinator: Director, Intervention Services and Exceptional Children

3. ADA Coordinator: Health and Safety Manager

4. Age Discrimination Coordinator: Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources

5. Coordinator for Other Non-discrimination Laws: Deputy Superintendent, Administrative Services

NOTIFICATIONS




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All the above may be reached at: P O Box 388, Concord, NC 28026 or call 704-260-5600. See Policy 1710/4021/7230

Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Bullying,1720/4015/7225 Discrimination, Harassment, and Bullying

Complaint Procedure, and 1730/4022/7231 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disabilities for further information.

CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION

CURRICULUM, INSTRUCTION AND ASSESSMENT

For more information, visit the Curriculum and Instruction website . The North Carolina Department of Public Education

defines the appropriate content standards for each grade level and each high school course to provide a uniform set of

learning standards for every public school in North Carolina. The Standard Course of Study for each course describes what

students should know and should be able to do. Student progress is measured through multiple assessments including local

assessments; state End-of-Grade assessments in reading, and math in grades 3–8, Science in Grades 5-8 and state End-of-

Course testing in NC Math I, Math III, English II and Biology; NC Final Exams; and CTE Post Assessments. Progress

reports (every 4.5 weeks) and report cards (every 9 weeks) are sent to parents in order to communicate student academic

strengths and any areas for improvement. Parents of students in grades 6-12 have access to their child’s grades through the

online website PowerSchool. Please visit the CCS Accountability website for directions on accessing the PowerSchool

Parent Portal.

TIPS FOR PARENTS

• Visit the Curriculum and Instruction website for parent/family resources.

• Stay informed of school activities by visiting school and teacher websites, reviewing newsletters and notes.

• Check PowerSchool weekly (grades 6-12) for missing assignments and current grades.

• Review progress reports and report cards with your child. Set goals with your child.

• Communicate with your child’s teacher about his/her progress and upcoming events.

• Monitor homework by ensuring your child completes his/her homework and it is turned in on time.

• Talk to your child about his/her school experience. Indicate to your child that you expect school to be a positive

experience.

• Encourage daily reading by providing opportunities for your child to read both fiction and non-fiction books and

articles.

• Utilize digital resources to support your child’s individual learning. Check school and teacher websites for more

details.

MULTI-TIERED SYSTEMS OF SUPPORT

North Carolina is implementing an MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Support) framework that promotes school improvement

through academic, behavioral and social emotional practices to ensure growth and success for all students. In Cabarrus

County Schools, we believe that all children are able to grow and learn in classrooms that foster understanding and provide

effective instruction tailored to meet the needs of each learner. Our mission is to improve schools through a systematic,

data driven, problem-solving approach. The use of a multi-tiered framework for academics, behavior and social emotional

needs helps to foster student engagement, positive social interactions, and academic achievement for all students. Effective

implementation of MTSS requires school staff to review and analyze available sources of data to support increased student

performance and school success. These data sources may include, but are not limited to, report cards, behavioral and

academic screenings, attendance reviews, End-of Grade Assessments, classroom observations, health screenings (vision,

motor, hearing, speech/language), assistive technology assessments, discipline records and academic benchmarks.

STUDENT PROMOTION AND ACCOUNTABILITY See Policy 3420 Student Promotion and Accountability.

Appeals of Promotion Decisions Within five work days of receiving the principal’s written decision to promote or retain

a student, the student’s parents may appeal the decision to the superintendent or designee.

Repeating a Previously Failed Course for Credit As provided in State Board of Education Policy GCS-M-001, high

school students who fail a course for credit may repeat that course. To take advantage of this option, the student must

repeat the entire course. When a student initially fails a high school course and successfully repeats the course for credit,

the new course grade will replace the original failing grade for the course on the student’s transcript and in calculations of

the student’s GPA, class rank, and honor roll eligibility.

Repeating a Course for Which Credit was Earned (Grade Replacement) The board recognizes high school students

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to improve skill mastery, or to meet postsecondary goals. Students may repeat a course for which they have previously

earned credit, subject to the following preconditions and any other reasonable rules established by the superintendent or

designee:

• the student must make a written request to repeat the course;

• the principal or designee must approve the request;

• there must be space available after seats have been assigned to students who are taking the course for the first

time or repeating a previously failed course;

• the course to be repeated must be a duplicate of the original class and must be taken during the regular school day

at a high school in this school system or through the North Carolina Virtual Public School (spring, fall or yearlong

only);

• upon completion of the repeated course, the new course grade will replace the student’s original grade on the

student’s transcript and in calculations of the student’s GPA, class rank, and honor roll eligibility, regardless of

whether the later grade is higher or lower than the student’s original mark;

• credit towards graduation for the same course will be given only once;

• a course may be repeated only one time;

• students may repeat a maximum of four previously passed courses during their high school careers; and

• the course must be taken within two semesters of the original course.

Credit by Demonstrated Mastery (CDM) Students in grades 9 through 12 can apply to earn course credit by

demonstrating mastery of course material without first completing the regular period of classroom instruction in the course.

Students in grades 6 through 8 may earn credit by demonstrated mastery for high school courses offered in middle school.

Students and families should contact their school’s counseling department for more information. To earn credit by

demonstrated mastery, students must demonstrate a deep understanding of the content standards and application of

knowledge through a multi-phase assessment, in accordance with standards established by the State Board of Education

and any additional standards established by the superintendent.

SCHOOL TO PARENT COMMUNICATION: BLACKBOARD CONNECT NOTIFICATION PROGRAM

Keeping parents informed is a priority for Cabarrus County Schools. The Blackboard Connect notification system is

currently used system-wide to provide the means for emergency communication, attendance notification and community

outreach information. By providing your contact information, you are consenting to receive recorded phone calls and

email messages from the school system (e.g., school updates, weather closings, attendance calls). If you do not wish to

receive messages from the school, you must notify the school in writing. It is important that the information on file for

your student(s) is accurate. It is your responsibility to notify the school of about any updates to your contact information.

We want you to be informed!

PARENT PORTAL

We know your child’s performance in school is very important to you, so you have access to your child’s grades 24/7

using PowerSchool’s Parent Portal. From this portal, you can view your child’s grades and attendance. You can login to

Parent Portal by going to the Cabarrus County Schools website, www.cabarrus.k12.nc.us/ccs, and click PowerSchool

Parent Portal under “Useful Links.” If you do not yet have a Parent Portal login, contact your child’s school.

In Cabarrus County Schools, depending on your child’s grade level and school, there are two types of report cards,

“Traditional” and “Standards-Based.” In Parent Portal, when viewing the traditional report card, the system permits the

parent to see the assignments, the percent score for each assignment and the total average. For Standards-Based report

cards, the system permits the parent to see the current final achievement for each standard that has been assessed.

CHILD FIND

The Exceptional Children Division of North Carolina Department of Public Instruction is looking for all children and youth

ages birth through 21 with special needs who may not be receiving the help needed. These include children and youth with

physical disabilities, emotional disabilities and/or intellectual disabilities, and children and youth with suspected

disabilities who are highly mobile, migrant and/or homeless. If your child has a disability, or you suspect that he/she may

have a disability please contact your child’s school or the Exceptional Children Director at 4401 Old Airport Road,

Concord, NC 28025 or call 704-260-5770.

HEALTHFUL LIVING: FAMILY LIFE EDUCATION

For more information see Policy 6100 Goals of Student Health Services and Policy 6140 Student Wellness. Cabarrus

County Schools is committed to a sound school health program that provides students with accurate information and

encourages them to be responsible for their own health and behavior. The district recognizes the primary role of

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parents/guardians in providing for the health and well-being of their children and seek to involve parents/guardians in the

schools. The school health education program provided by the district will meet all requirements established by state and

federal law. The school health education program will meet all objective sin the Framework for Healthful Living Education

adopted by the State Board of Education.

The school health education program will be taught to students from grades K-9. In grades 4-9 students are taught Family

Life Education. Every effort has been made to provide quality Family Life Education instruction for your child. Teachers

have received special training and will only use approved curriculum materials and supplements when teaching in the

classroom.

Curriculum materials are accessible for review on the Curriculum and Instruction webpage. You may request your child

be excluded from the Family Life curriculum. If you choose to exclude your child, you must do so in writing to the principal

and teacher stating you do not want your child to participate. Alternate and comparable assignments will be given.

SCHOOL NUTRITION PROGRAM

For more information, see Policy 6220 Operation of School Nutrition Service, Policy 6225 Free and Reduced Price Meal

Services and the School Nutrition Program webpage.

UNIVERSAL BREAKFAST SCHOOL PROGRAMS

CCS School Nutrition Program will offer a universal free breakfast program at several of our schools. At these designated

schools, all students, regardless of income will be able to select breakfast at no cost. This program is funded through

federal and state grant money. There is no local funding being allocated for these programs.

THE LUNCH PROGRAM

Students may select a lunch consisting of an entrée, two side items and milk. A student may select an all-vegetable plate

(up to four (4) fruits and vegetables and milk). Students have the option of selecting at minimum, three of the four items

listed above. One of which must be a fruit or vegetable. To ensure that your student is receiving a well-balanced meal and

to maximize the full dollar value, we encourage students to select the entire meal. Each lunch menu has been planned

according to meal patterns established by USDA.

EXTRA ITEMS

All cafeterias offer a variety of healthy snacks for students to purchase. These foods are offered in addition to, not in the

place of, the regular menu at additional cost. The price list of extra items is available on the school nutrition website and

will be available at each school so that you may plan with your child the items he/she may select and the amount of extra

money they will need. If a child does not have money on his/her account or have money in hand at the time of purchase,

the child will not be able purchase any extra items. Negative balances must be paid in full before extra items can be

purchased. Only a meal can be “charged”.

CHARGE POLICIES

The School Nutrition Program will allow a student to charge up to $8.00. A student carrying a negative balance of $8.00

in a meal account will not be permitted to accrue additional charges until the negative balance drops below $8.00. Instead

the student will be served a designated alternate meal provided at no cost to the student. Appropriate modifications to the

alternative meal will be made when required by the student’s documented special dietary needs.

2019-20 SCHOOL MEAL PRICES

Price Level BREAKFAST LUNCH

Elementary Secondary Elementary Secondary

Main Line or Fresh Choice Bar

Reduced No Charge No Charge $0.40 $0.40

Paid $1.30 $1.45 $2.75 $2.85

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MEAL PAYMENT OPTIONS

The School Nutrition Program will accept payment for meals by the following means:

1. Processed Meal Application www.lunchapplication.com (must be filed each year)

2. Direct Certification

3. Advanced payment or payment at time of service (cash or check)

4. On-line Pre-payments http://www.lunchprepay.com/

Parents and guardians: One of the greatest concerns of Cabarrus County Schools is that your children will be safe when

traveling to and from school. The following guidelines have been developed by Cabarrus County Schools to help ensure

the safety of all students. See Policy 6300 Goals of Student Transportation Services, Policy 6305 Safety and Student

Transportation Services and the Transportation website for more information.

SAFETY GUIDELINES

• Respect the “Danger Zone”. This is 10 feet wide (5 giant steps) on all sides of the bus.

• Students should not run and/or play while waiting for the bus and must always keep their hands to themselves.

• When crossing the street at a bus stop, make sure the bus is stopped, the door is open, the stop signal is out and

all other traffic has come to a complete stop before attempting to get on the bus. Look for the bus driver to give

the appropriate hand signal before attempting to cross the street.

• Look both ways while entering and exiting the bus before crossing in front of the bus. Students should follow the

driver’s directions for crossing based on the Crossing Procedure for North Carolina School Bus Drivers. Wait for

the driver to give the appropriate hand signal before attempting to cross the street, watch for the traffic from both

directions to come to a complete stop before crossing the street, then walk quickly and directly to the safety of

the curb.

• Secure all loose or hand carried items by placing them in book bags or school bags. Make sure any drawstrings

are secured or removed.

• Objects such as band instruments, school projects, other equipment, etc. which are too large to hold in a student’s

lap pose a hazard to all bus occupants. Federal guidelines prohibit the transporting of these items on the school

bus so please arrange to deliver these items to school via a parent/guardian vehicle.

• Please escort young children to the bus stop. Older children and teens should walk in groups for safety.

• Never speak to strangers at the bus stop and never get into a car with a stranger. Immediately report any suspicious

persons or occurrences to parents/guardians and/or school officials.

• Stand in the driveway/designated area, at least 10 feet away from the roadway while waiting for the bus. Stay off

the roadway.

• Never stop to pick up anything you drop. Go and tell the driver first. A bus monitor will watch for you while

you pick up something you dropped.

• Never go behind the bus.

• Never push anyone while entering or exiting the bus. Hold the handrail while entering or exiting the bus.

• Go directly to a seat when entering a bus, remain seated and face forward during the entire ride.

• Sit quietly in your seat while riding on the bus and keep your hands to yourself.

• Always be silent when a bus comes to a railroad crossing.

• Always keep head and hands inside the bus.

• Do not throw objects inside the bus or out of the windows.

• Never play with the emergency exits. Use the back door only in an emergency. If there is an emergency, listen

to the driver and follow instructions.

• Enter or exit the bus with the consent of the bus driver and only by the front door, except in case of an emergency.

• Parents/Guardians if possible, meet your child at the bus stop after school. Please wait on the side of the street

where the child will be dropped off, not across the street.

TRANSPORTATION REGULATIONS

• Students will be assigned to one bus stop on a morning bus run and one bus stop on an afternoon bus run.

• Be at your stop 10-15 minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive and watch for the bus every morning.

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• Only students assigned to authorized bus stops on the bus run are permitted to ride a school bus.

• Students will NOT be permitted to ride home with other students due to the regulations of the North Carolina

State Tort Claims Act and overcrowding on our school buses.

• Students who do not ride their assigned bus for 10 consecutive school days will be removed from the bus roster.

• If needed, parents will need to resubmit a transportation request at the school.

• All bus stop safety concerns shall be submitted to the school, utilizing the Bus Stop Investigation Form. (reference

NC General Statute NC115c-246)

• Driver has the authority over the safe operation of the school bus, students should obey all safety rules on the bus.

• Student behavior /discipline will be handles at the school level. (reference student conduct)

STUDENT CONDUCT

Students are required to follow the directions of the bus driver, respect other riders on the bus, to follow the rules listed

above, to follow the Cabarrus County Schools’ Student Code of Conduct, and to take care of the bus and school property.

Failure to do so may result in a suspension of the school transportation services. Damage repairs will be charged back to

students / parents. Suspension may be invoked after an administrator investigates the reported misconduct. Keep in mind,

school-provided transportation is a privilege, not a right.

Pursuant to N.C. General Statute § 14-132.2 administrators may prosecute a student or adult under state law for the

following acts:

• Willfully trespassing upon or damaging a school bus.

• Entering a school bus or activity bus after being forbidden to do so.

• Refusing to leave a bus upon request.

• Throwing an object out of the bus that causes injuries or other property damage.

• Willfully stopping, impeding, delaying or detaining a school bus or activity bus.

• School bus rules and actions of school bus drivers are implemented for the safety of students.

Bus routes are developed pursuant to NC General Statute 115c.246. Each public-school bus shall be routed so that the bus

passes within one mile of the residence of each pupil assigned to that bus. All school system employees feel a responsibility

to parents and the community to ensure the safety of school bus passengers. Help us promote a safe and efficient school

bus operation through your support and cooperation.

More detailed information is available at the School Health link on the Student Services website or by contacting your

School Nurse. (See also Policy 6120 Student Health Services, Policy 6125 Administering Medicines to Students, Policy

5023/6127/7266 Emergency Epinephrine Auto-Injector Devices, and Administrative Guideline 6130-AG Food Allergies).

MEDICATION POLICY

• All medicines brought to school must be in the original container.

• All prescription medicines must have a pharmacy label.

• No medicine can be accepted by school staff without a doctor’s order and parent/guardian permission.

• Any medicines (prescription or over the counter) to be given by the School Nurse and/or staff must

have a written order from the doctor and parent/guardian permission.

• All new medicine orders must be reviewed and signed by a School Nurse before school staff can

administer it.

• All medicines to be given by the School Nurse or staff must be brought to school by parent/guardian

and picked up when medicine expires, is discontinued, or at the end of the school year.

• Students can self-administer/carry 1 or 2 doses of over the counter medicines in the original

container with a note from parent/guardian.

• Students may self-administer/carry prescription, lifesaving medications such as asthma inhalers,

epi-pens, or insulin with a written order from the doctor and parent/guardian permission and will

need to sign a self-administration contract with the school nurse.

SCHOOL HEALTH INFORMATION

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SEVERE FOOD ALLERGY POLICY

• CCS does not sell any peanut products in cafeterias or vending machines.

• If your child has a life-threatening food allergy, please bring the School Nurse a diet order from your child’s

doctor.

• The school will work with the parents whose children have severe food allergies and their doctors to develop safe

plans for the child at school.

• Plans can be made for children with life threatening food allergies to sit at a specific table in the cafeteria that

reduces the chance of their exposure to the allergen if parent asks.

• All school staff that has contact with a child with life-threatening allergies to foods will be made aware of the

child’s emergency plan and trained to recognize the symptoms of and respond to an allergic reaction.

• It is impossible to create a peanut-free or allergen-free environment. To create the illusion that the school

environment is free of allergens would be misleading and potentially harmful. Instead, this guideline has been

designed to increase awareness and communication, to prevent possible exposure to identify allergens, and to

create an emergency procedure for allergic reactions.

MASS SCREENINGS

Routine mass screenings, such as vision, lice, hearing and dental are performed annually according to NC state

recommendations. If you do not wish for your child to participate, please notify the school/school nurse. If there are

concerns regarding a child’s screening results, you will be notified.

GARRETT’S LAW (Information about Flu, Meningitis, and HPV)

Garrett’s Law (Senate Bill 444) mandates schools provide parents and guardians with information about meningococcal

meningitis, influenza, and the vaccines that protect against these diseases. This law was expanded to include information

about the human papillomavirus (HPV) and the vaccines available to protect against HPV.

Influenza (Flu) The flu is a viral infection that can cause illness with symptoms ranging from mild to severe. Symptoms

of the flu include fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, body aches, chills, fatigue, and headache. Sometimes, vomiting

and/or diarrhea can occur, although they are not usually the primary symptoms. The flu is spread through respiratory

droplets from a cough or a sneeze, or from droplets on unwashed hands. It is important to protect yourself and others

against the flu and other illnesses by doing the following:

• Wash hands frequently and thoroughly with soap and water. If soap and water are not readily available, use

alcohol-based hand sanitizers.

• Cover your coughs and sneezes with tissues.

• Avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth.

• Stay away from people who are sick.

• Stay home from work or school until 24 hours fever-free (without the use of fever-reducing medications). The flu

can be especially dangerous in people with chronic health conditions and people with lowered immunity.

• Get vaccinated against the flu. Contact your healthcare provider or local health department.

Flu Vaccine The flu vaccine prevents the flu. The flu shot is encouraged because the flu can lead to other problems

including pneumonia, inflammation of the heart, and inflammation of the lungs. Healthy children younger than 5 years of

age are more likely than adults to be hospitalized for complications from the flu. The vaccine protects between 45 and 90%

of healthy children from getting the flu. Studies have shown that the older and healthier children are when they get a flu

shot; the more likely they will be protected.

For more information and for educational materials about the flu, go to: http://www.flu.gov/ or http://www.cdc.gov/flu/.

For information about the flu vaccine, go to: http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/hcp/vis/vis-statements/flu.pdf.

Meningococcal Meningitis-Meningitis is an infection of the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It can be caused

by a virus or bacteria. Viral meningitis is more common, and people usually recover fully. Bacterial meningitis is rare, but

much more serious. Meningococcal disease is a serious bacterial illness. It is the leading cause of bacterial meningitis in

children in the United States. Meningococcal disease can also cause blood infections.

Symptoms of bacterial meningitis include severe headache, high fever, nausea/vomiting, stiff neck, rash, fatigue, and

confusion. Not all of these symptoms may be present. Meningitis is spread by close exchange of saliva and respiratory

secretions. It can be spread through coughing, sneezing, kissing, and sharing items such as eating utensils, lip balms, drinks,

and cigarettes. You can protect yourself against this disease and other illnesses by not sharing food items or utensils, by

having good hand washing etiquette, and by covering coughs and sneezes, as stated above. Getting vaccinated is the best

http://www.flu.gov/

http://www.cdc.gov/flu/

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way to prevent this disease. A vaccine against meningococcal meningitis, which is recommended for school-aged children,

is available through the local health department or private healthcare providers.

For more information and for educational materials about meningococcal meningitis, go to:

http://www.cdc.gov/meningitis/index.html. For information about the meningococcal meningitis vaccine, go to:

http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/hcp/vis/vis-statements/mening.pdf.

Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

• HPV is a common virus that is spread from one person to another by close intimate contact. It is the most common

sexually transmitted virus in the United States. There are many different types of HPV that can infect both men

and women and can raise the risk of cervical cancer in women.

• The virus lives in the body and usually causes no symptoms, but some types of HPV can cause visible growths

or bumps on the genital area. Other types of HPV can lead to cervical cancer in women. Many people with HPV

do not know they are infected, which is why it can be easily passed to others without realizing it. A vaccine is

available for boys and girls 11 or 12 years of age.

For more information about the human papillomavirus (HPV), http://www.cdc.gov/HPV/index.html. For information

about the HPV vaccine: http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/hcp/vis/vis-statements/hpv-gardasil.pdf. For more information

about meningococcal meningitis, influenza diseases or HPV, please call 1-800-232-4636 (1-800-CDC-INFO) or visit

www.cdc.gov, www.immunizenc.com or contact your family physician.

CABARRUS COUNTY SCHOOLS

DR. CHRISTOPHER LOWDER, SUPERINTENDENT

SENIOR LEADERSHIP

*Lynn Rhymer, Deputy Superintendent-

Administrative Services

• John Basilice, Director- Student Services

• Amy Lowder, Director- Student Safety and Well-

being

• Bryan Tyson, Director- Athletics

*Brian Schultz, Assistant Superintendent-

Auxiliary Services

• Tim Lowder, Executive Director- Operations

• Chuck Taylor, Director- Facilities

• Stefanie Almond, Director- School Nutrition

Program Director

• Amber Diggins, Director- KIDS:PLUS

• Dane Hughes, Director-Technology

• Art Whitaker, Director- Transportation

• Daniel Collins- Director- Risk Management

*Glenda Jones, Assistant Superintendent-

Human Resources

• Ronnye Boone, Director- Communications and

Public Information

• Dr. Kecia Coln, Director- Human Resources

*Dr. Crystal Hill, Assistant Superintendent-

Curriculum & Instruction

• Ben Allred, Director- High Schools and Title

III

• Sarah Reeves, Director- Elementary, Pre-K and

Title 1

• Dr. Mary Beth Roth, Director- Middle Schools

and MTSS

• Dr. Barbara Slingerland, Director- Exceptional

Children and Intervention Services

• Russell Parker, Director- Career-Technical

Education

• Mathew Fail, Director- Accountability

• Trina Wenzel, Director- Preschool

*Kelly Kluttz, Chief Financial Officer

• Ed Emery, Assistant Finance Officer

* Cabinet members

http://www.cdc.gov/meningitis/index.html

http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/hcp/vis/vis-statements/mening.pdf

http://www.cdc.gov/HPV/index.html

http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/hcp/vis/vis-statements/hpv-gardasil.pdf

http://www.cdc.gov/

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DEPARTMENT/AREA SUBJECT/CONTACT PHONE

BOARD OF

EDUCATION

BOE Information, Executive Board Clerk, Mindy Abbott 704-260-5612

Cindy Fertenbaugh-Board Chair 704-260-5600

Robert Walter -Vice Chair 704-260-5600

Laura Blackwell 704-260-5600

Carolyn Carpenter 704-260-5600

Holly Grimsley 704-260-5600

David Harrison 704-260-5600

Barry Shoemaker 704-260-5600

OFFICE OF THE

SUPERINTENDENT

Executive Assistant to the Superintendent, Sara Hammonds 704-260-5611

General Information, Receptionist, Jamie Naylor 704-260-5600

ADMINISTRATIVE

SERVICES

Deputy Superintendent, Lynn Rhymer 704-260-5609

Operations Manager- Renae Mull 704-260-5613

Administrative Assistant- Kim Davis 704-260-5602

Administrative Services Parent Concerns, Alternative Assignment, PASS Program-

School/Parent Relations Specialist- Lori Furr

704-260-5603

Policies, Response to Bullying, Formal Grievances, District

Calendar- Administrative Services Coordinator- Sue Burns

704-260-5601

Appeal Hearings (Alternative Assignment/ Long-term

Suspension) Hearing Officer- Ruby Spears

704-260-5606

Driver Education Drivers' Education Director- Robert Kluttz 704-260-5605

Athletics Athletics Director- Bryan Tyson 704-260-5607

Student Safety and Well-

being

Director, Student Safety and Well-being, District Crisis

Response, Psychological Services, Amy Lowder

704-260-5771

Student Services Director, School Counseling Services, School Health, District

Crisis Response, Lead Wellness Official- John Basilice

704-260-5682

School Social Work Services/ Mental Health and Wellness

Services- Student Services Coordinator- Amy Jewell

704-260-5686

School Enrollment and Program Choice Coordinator-

Alyn Szymanski

704-260-5681

School Assignment/Enrollment Appeal Hearings for student

transfers/assignment- Student Services Specialist- Maria Escorza

704-260-5683

Student Services, Athletics Assistant- Leighann Towell 704-260-5687

Student Services Specialist- Silvia Fuenmayor 704-260-5684

AUXILIARY SERVICES Asst. Superintendent- Brian Schultz 704-788-5859

Administrative Assistant-Carina Nevel

For more information click here: District Contact Index or visit Departments on the CCS website. Education Center

Phone: 704-260-5600* Check the CCS website for individual school numbers.

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KIDS:PLUS Director- Amber Diggins 704-260-5820

School Nutrition Director- Stefanie Almond 704-260-5550

Free and Reduced Meals- Rosemary Ruiz 704-260-5554

Risk Management Director- Daniel Collins 704-260-5668

Technology Technology Operations Manager- Dane Hughes 704-260-5850

Receptionist/fixed assets/inventory- Karen Almond 704-260-5859

Transportation Director, Art Whitaker 704-260-5500

Administrative Assistant- Sharon Dawson 704-260-5518

Bus Information 704-260-5500

EC Transportation, EC Transportation Coordinator, Leonard

Campbell

704-260-5526

Construction/Facilities and

Operations

Ex. Director- Tim Lowder 704-260-5671

Clerical Assistant- Lynn Genova 704-260-5661

GIS Analyst/Demographic Planner-Frances Layne 704-260-5658

Facilities Management Facilities Director- Chuck Taylor 704-260-5669

Construction Architecture, Planning and Construction Director- Brian Cone 704-260-5654

Construction Assistant- Kristine Lewis 704-260-5661

CURRICULUM &

INSTRUCTION

Assistant Superintendent- Dr. Crystal Hill 704-260-5626

Administrative Assistant-Kathleen Green 704-260-5630

Elementary School Director- K-5 Education, Title I- Sarah Reeves 704-260-5631

K-5 Assistant-Lynn Ellis 704-260-5623

Middle School Director- 6-8 Education- Dr. Mary Beth Roth 704-260-5632

6-8 Assistant- LaShanna James 704-260-5627

High School Director- 9-12 Education, Distance Learning- Ben Allred 704-260-5621

9-12 Assistant- Tricia Malmut 704-260-5628

Career and Technical Ed Director-Career and Technical Education (CTE), Rusty Parker 704-260-5634 CTE Assistant- Caroline Trotto 704-260-5629

Academically Gifted Academically Gifted Coordinator, Nicolle Sandor 704-260-5633

ESL ESL (English as a Second Language) Coordinator, Teresa Palma

(Winkler Middle)

704-260-6450

EMPOWER EMPOWER Project Director, Cassandra Martin 704-260-5681

MTSS MTSS Coordinator- Karen Hollar 704-260-5765

Arts Education Arts Education Coordinator- Bart Tulbert 704-260-5767

Exceptional Children Director of Exceptional Children and Intervention Services,

Dr. Barbara Slingerland

704-260-5776

Parent Contact/ Special Projects Coordinator- Cozetta Ellis 704-260-5762

Preschool Preschool Program Director- Trina Wenzel 704-260-6790

504/Homebound 504/Homebound Education Coordinator- Nancy Jones 704-260-5766

Special Olympics Special Olympics Coordinator- Emily Riley 704-490-8036

Accountability Services Director, Accountability- Mathew Fail 704-260-5830

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Data Analyst – Brian Doss 704-260-5832

Data Analyst – Anna Mann 704-260-5834

Testing Coordinator – Steve Measmer 704-260-5833

Student Information System Administrator – Beverly Townsend 704-260-5835

Data Support/Transcripts/Student Records/Subpoenas – Lanette

Schagane

704-260-5836

Student Information System Engineer – Wendy Byrd 704-260-5837

FINANCE &

ACCOUNTING

Chief Financial Officer, Kelly Kluttz

704-260-5709 Injuries, Bookkeeper, Carlotta Suggs 704-260-5709

HUMAN RESOURCES Assistant Superintendent-Glenda Jones 704-260-5732

Administrative Assistant, Sharon Curry 704-260-5743

Employee Relations, Director, Dr. Kecia Coln 704-260-5739

Human Resources Operations Supervisor, Paige Gentry 704-260-5736

Communications & Public

Information

Director, Ronnye Boone 704-260-5641

Digital Media Manager, Mike Martin 704-260-5643

Digital Media Coordinator, Aurelia Helms 704-260-5642






Documents

PARENT INFORMATION AND STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT · The Student Code of Conduct rules are divided into levels according to the severity of the violation and the type of consequence